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Kaelab Babb-Hilliard
Madison,TN
Work Preference
Summary
- Skilled Mechanical Engineering Technology student with hands-on experience in process optimization and technical documentation. Proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks, with a detail-oriented approach to maintenance, auditing, and lab testing. Known for resilience, clear communication, and commitment to delivering impactful engineering solutions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Intern
Smurfit Westrock
Stevenson, Alabama
08.2025 - Current
- Apply mechanical engineering principles to optimize plant operations and troubleshoot equipment issues. Collaborate with maintenance teams to improve reliability and minimize downtime. Analyze production data to identify inefficiencies and drive performance enhancements. Support safety and sustainability initiatives through continuous improvement projects. Assisted the engineering team in developing process improvements for manufacturing efficiency.
Insight and Optimizations Intern
Amazon
Seattle, Washington
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked on coding projects focused on designing and optimizing computer systems to support and improve AWS services. I collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot technical challenges, implement scalable solutions, and contribute to documentation that supported long-term system improvements. Through hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure and software development, I gained a deeper understanding of how large-scale systems operate and how engineering teams drive innovation. The internship gave me valuable insight into the fast-paced tech industry and helped sharpen both my technical and collaborative skills.
Staff Member
UPS
Nashville, Tennessee
03.2023 - 08.2023
- This position is responsible for loading, unloading, shipping, receiving, scanning, sorting, and stocking packages. This position may utilize heavy machinery to complete tasks. This position performs other tasks as assigned in a fast-paced environment. Assisted in maintaining safety protocols within warehouse operations.
Engineer Exploration Participant
Tennessee State University
Nashville, Tennessee
06.2022 - 07.2022
- I attended a two-week residential engineering program at Tennessee State University, where I explored core engineering concepts, took part in hands-on projects, and learned about college-level coursework and career paths. This experience helped spark my interest in engineering and gave me a strong foundation to build on.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Middle Tennessee State University
05-2027
Skills
- AutoCAD
- SolidWorks
- Technical Documentation
- Resilience
- Maintenance Auditing
- Sampling Protocols & Lab Testing
- Process Optimization
- Technical Reporting
Awards
- Meharry Medical College Center of Excellence Medical Careers Exploration Program
- Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship
- The Edward Boyd Scholarship for Engineering or Computer Science
- The J. A. Galloway Scholarship
Interests
Manga
Music
Sports
Gaming
Quote
You miss 100% of the shots you never take.
Wayne Gretzky
Software
AutoCAD
SolidWorks
MATLAB
Python
PI Vision
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Engineering Intern
Smurfit Westrock
08.2025 - Current
Insight and Optimizations Intern
Amazon
05.2024 - 08.2024
Staff Member
UPS
03.2023 - 08.2023
Engineer Exploration Participant
Tennessee State University
06.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Middle Tennessee State University